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Jack and Annie continue their quest for the secrets of happiness--secrets they need if they're going to save Merlin. But when the magic tree house leads them to a tiny deserted island in the middle of the ocean, they're not sure who needs help more--Merlin or themselves! The brother and sister team are soon rescued by a ship of explorers and scientists. But the crew isn't looking for the secrets of happiness. The crew is looking for . . . a sea monster!From...

Includes information on techniques and technologies of oceanography, the topology of the ocean floor, movement of the sea, properties of sea water, and life in the sea.

You're no idiot, of course. You know there's nothing more beautiful than the ocean -- from the beach, anyway. But when you try to learn more about what's under the surface, you feel like you're out of your depth... It's time to stop treading water! The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Oceans has come to your rescue -- it's full of fun facts and easy-to-understand information about those deeply mysterious waters.

Discusses dolphins and sharks, their ocean habitats, and general information about oceans and oceanography.

See if you can locate undersea creatures and life forms.

Looks at how oceans formed, how currents and tides work, and the different types of ocean environments. Also discusses the impact of humans on oceans and what we can do to reduce the effects of climate change and to prevent overfishing and pollution.

Reveals the animal life that lives in the deepest oceans and examines the technology that allows scientists to conduct research in areas characterized by trenches, vents, and seeps.

Presents color-illustrated, encyclopedia-style articles on the ocean biome, covering its geography, geology, chemistry, biology, history, exploration, economics, health, management, and relationship to the atmosphere, and includes an annotated further reading list.

Surveys the origin, geological borders, climate, water, plant and animal life, and economic and ecological aspects of the Atlantic Ocean.

This book provides information about various aspects of the world's oceans, including waves, tides, the food chain, marine creatures, coastlines, and more.